The War That Saved My Life | Complete Novel Study Bundle
The War That Saved My Life | Complete Novel Study Bundle
Printable & Digital | Grades 5–7 | 200+ Pages | Answer Keys, Rubrics, & Teacher Guides included
Equip your classroom with everything you need for a high-engagement, standards-aligned novel study of The War That Saved My Life. This comprehensive 5-part bundle includes 200+ pages of thoughtfully designed resources that target comprehension, vocabulary, literary analysis, writing, and hands-on STEAM connections.
Whether you’re teaching whole-group, guiding literature circles, supporting independent readers, or incorporating cross-curricular enrichment, this complete unit offers flexible, classroom-ready tools to support student growth and deepen understanding of the novel and its historical context.
Designed for Grades 5–7, you’ll find flexible materials perfect for whole‑class instruction, small‑group work, literature circles, enrichment stations, or distance learning.
**Reader Response & Graphic Organizers**
* Judging by the Cover prediction activity
* Chapter-by-chapter reader response questions (answer key included)
* Character Inside & Out: Ada, Jamie, Susan, and Mam
* Ada’s Character Portfolio: focuses on analyzing her inner traits, personal growth, and character development throughout the novel.
* Text-based graphic organizers for inference, cause and effect, problem and solution, personal connection, and author’s craft
* SWBST Summary Charts
* Plot Structure Mapping with setting and character influence analysis
* Digital Google Slides Student Journal
**Vocabulary Study**
* 7 vocabulary study lists with and without definitions
* 7 practice activities: word pair sentences, analogies, positive/negative connotation, and more (answer keys included)
* 7 review activities: crosswords, synonyms, text message challenges, etc.
* 7 vocabulary quizzes in a variety of formats: fill-in-the-blank, multiple choice, context clues, and more (includes Editable Google Forms versions with optional auto-grading)
* Digital Google Slides Student Journal
**Chapter Quizzes, Literary Essays & Quick Writes**
* 7 Comprehension Quizzes: each includes multiple-choice questions, 2 short constructed responses, and 1 extended written response (includes Editable Google Forms versions with optional auto-grading)
* 10 Literary Essay Prompts (rubric included)
* 5 Quick Write Prompts (rubric included)
* Digital Google Slides Student Journal
**Theme, Symbolism & Quote Extension Activities**
* Character Deep Dives: Summaries, challenges, compare & contrast, diary entries
* Theme & Symbolism: Cupboard to Courage timeline, playlist design, comic strips, visualizations
* Quote-Based Analysis: Match quotes to characters, illustrate scenes, create hoodies, sort by theme
* Includes 75 printable and digital quote cards: 25 quotes from the novel and 50 thematic quotes and proverbs
* Answer keys included for all applicable activities
* Digital Google Slides Student Journal
**STEAM & Project-Based Learning Activities**
Students apply real-world skills across disciplines with five hands-on projects. Each includes a teacher guide, student handouts, and a rubric. Four of the projects feature a Canva presentation to build background knowledge.
* British Propaganda Poster Design (Art)
* Evacuation Train Word Problems (Math)
* WWII Code Breakers (Technology and Engineering)
* Nutrition Ration Kit Investigation (Science and Math)
* Build a Bomb Shelter (Engineering and Art)
* Digital Google Slides Student Journal
**ADDITIONAL FEATURES**
* Printable PDFs and Google Slides versions that support both paper and digital classrooms
* Answer keys for all response activities, quizzes, vocabulary activities, and STEAM projects
* Rubrics for written responses and STEAM projects
* Teacher guides for all STEAM projects
* Editable Google Forms quizzes that support auto‑grading
* Canva background presentations to support four STEAM activities
**WHY TEACHERS LOVE IT**
* All-in-one resource for deep comprehension and cross-curricular learning
* Standards-aligned with TEKS and CCSS for reading, writing, vocabulary, and STEAM
* Engaging & flexible for test prep, stations, enrichment, or independent learning
* Print and digital formats to fit any classroom setting
* Saves prep time with ready-to-go materials, rubrics, and assessments
Perfect for Grades 5–7, with materials that support whole-class instruction, small-group work, and independent learning during or after your novel study.
Versatile for ELA instruction, including literature circles, writing workshops, test prep, and cross-curricular projects.
This complete bundle encourages deep thinking, creative expression, and meaningful engagement, making it the perfect companion for your novel study of The War That Saved My Life.
